Vichi Jagannathan came to Edgecombe County to teach science. Now, she’s using Stanford’s Design Thinking process to help local systems understand and cope with trauma in their communities...
From the moment her pregnancy is confirmed, a woman needs and deserves one thing: proper maternal care. Yet, for many women—especially those of color—that reality is far beyond reach....
It’s never been more important to get young people outdoors and active. Every child should have a safe place to jump around. That’s why we help build playspaces for...
TOPSoccer provides people with diverse abilities an opportunity to play soccer in a safe, fun, supportive, and inclusive environment. (If Ted Lasso warmed your heart, read this.)..
One third of college students experience housing insecurity in some form, and 9% identify as homeless. When a student faces housing insecurity or homelessness, it could have long-term health...
Blue Cross NC recognizes the unique role the arts play in feeding the mind, heart and soul. That’s why we invest in arts programs like TheGifted Arts, which teaches...
The Spinning Plate is not your average food truck. It’s a state-of-the-art mobile kitchen bringing warm, healthy meals to hungry people across the state...
Community Health, Community Partners, Investments, Public Health Challenges
A healthy diet is the most commonly reported unmet social need. So Raleigh City Farm works to provide fresh, healthy food and agricultural education throughout the Triangle...
In some rural and underserved communities in North Carolina, access to pediatricians is limited. Virtual clinics have helped young students get the care they need while staying in school...
A core value of the College of Education at East Carolina University is serving rural communities. A partnership with Blue Cross NC is helping future educators fulfill that mission...
